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Mexico and South Africa open the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday, June 11, at 3 p.m. ET. The opener airs on FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish, with streaming listed on FOX One, Tubi and Peacock.

FIFA’s current World Cup 2026 Stadium Code of Conduct says reusable water bottles may not be brought into stadiums. Fans should check the latest code, ticket instructions and venue rules before heading to the gate.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup starts June 11 with Mexico vs. South Africa, followed by the U.S. opener against Paraguay on June 12. Here are the first games, kickoff times, TV channels and streaming options for U.S. viewers.





